Neuroendocrinology and Physiology Lab
Our overall research focus is to understand the mechanisms by which long range signaling molecules, e.g. neuropeptides and peptide hormones, act as systemic mediators of intercellular communication to direct critical actions in development, metabolism, reproduction and physiology.
Our current aim is to understand how neuroendocrine factors coordinate steady-state levels of water, ions, nutrients and waste via interorgan communication (signaling between brain, intestine, fat body and kidneys) to achieve organismal homeostasis. To achieve this we use the genetic model organisms Drosophila melanogaster and Tribolium castaneum (a world-wide pest species) in combination with CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing, cutting-edge ‘omics’ technologies, biochemical methods and classic physiological approaches. Our work is highly cross-disciplinary and we currently engage in several national and international collaborations with world-leading experts in their respective fields. Beyond gaining insights into the basic underpinning biology, our research is important for understanding human diseases, such as diabetes and kidney disease, and for developing novel insect pest control agents.
Work in progress
Work in progess
Work in progess
Members
| Name | Title | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenneth Veland Halberg | Associate professor | +45 353-31155 | |
| Muhammad Tayyib Naseem | Research assistant | +45 71 44 51 84 | |
| Takashi Koyama | Postdoc | +45 353-34302 |
Contact
The Neurobiology Research Group
Section for Cell and Neurobiology
Universitetsparken 15
DK-2100 Copenhagen Ø, Denmark
Associate Professor Kenneth Halberg
Email: kahalberg@bio.ku.dk
Phone: +45 35 33 11 55